Neutron Tower fire - advice and support for residents impacted

We are deeply saddened by the incident at Neutron Tower on Saturday 12 September. Our thoughts are with the family of the man who lost his life in the fire, and all of the residents who are displaced from their homes.

See information, advice and support that is available to all residents who have been impacted.

 

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Buy Back former council home

If you own a former council property and are considering selling, our Buy Back Programme allows you to sell your home back to the council. Making selling your home simpler.

What are the benefits?

  • Get a fair market price
  • Free valuation of your property
  • No estate agent fees, potentially saving you thousands of pounds
  • Open to properties in all conditions
  • Sell with confidence to the council as a cash buyer, offering a high level of financial security
  • No chain involved
  • Help support local housing need, with homes refurbished and returned to council housing for residents who need them

Who can register their interest?

You may be eligible if:

  • Your property is a former council home managed by Tower Hamlets Council
  • The property is vacant or owner-occupied
  • If your property has a tenant/s we would welcome a discussion before proceeding further
  • The property is located within the London Borough of Tower Hamlets
  • The property has two or more bedrooms (one-bedroom properties are not currently eligible)
  • You can provide a contact phone number and email address

Register your interest

 

 

What happens next?

Once you have submitted your details via the online form, here’s what you can expect:

  • A member of the Buyback team will contact you to discuss your property
  • If your property meets the initial criteria, it will be progressed for a valuation
  • We will carry out further checks and, if suitable, begin discussions to agree a purchase price
  • If your property is purchased, it will be used as council housing, helping support residents in need across Tower Hamlets